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Lebanon reports 32 killed in 24 hours amid ongoing Israeli strikes

The Lebanon Ministry of Public Health reported that at least 32 people were killed within 24 hours as a result of continued Israeli airstrikes and military operations across the country, highlighting a further escalation in regional tensions. According to official figures, the total death toll has now......

WHO confirms negative Hantavirus test for KLM flight attendant

The World Health Organization confirmed that a flight attendant working for KLM Royal Dutch Airlines tested negative for hantavirus after concerns emerged following contact with a woman who reportedly died from the infection in Johannesburg. Health officials said the crew member had been admitted to......

Bosnian town seeks answers after lead contamination fears rise

A small town in central Bosnia and Herzegovina is facing growing concern after hundreds of residents tested positive for elevated levels of lead in their blood, raising questions about environmental safety and industrial accountability. The town of Vares had experienced a period of renewed optimism......

Violence against medical staff at a Lebanese hospital raises concerns over healthcare safety

An incident of violence at a public hospital in Lebanon has once again highlighted the growing risks faced by healthcare professionals. Medical staff at a facility in the Chouf region were reportedly assaulted by relatives of a patient, sparking outrage and renewed calls for stronger protection measures......

Canary Islands leader rejects cruise ship over Hantavirus concerns

The president of the Canary Islands, Fernando Clavijo, has rejected plans for a cruise ship reportedly affected by hantavirus concerns to dock on the archipelago’s shores, citing public health risks and lack of information. Clavijo stated that local authorities had not received sufficient details......

Orange Maroc takes center stage in digital health at GITEX Future Health Africa 2026

Orange Maroc has positioned itself as a key technology partner at the inaugural GITEX Future Health Africa 2026, held from May 4 to 6 in Casablanca. Serving as the event's official connectivity partner, the telecommunications operator deployed critical infrastructure across the venue, including very......

WHO monitors Hantavirus cases linked to cruise ship outbreak

The World Health Organization has confirmed that cases of hantavirus have been detected aboard a cruise ship, raising concerns among health authorities. According to initial reports, two cases have been confirmed while several others remain under investigation. Understanding the Virus Hantavirus is......

South Africa reports critical British passenger after Hantavirus outbreak on antarctic cruise

South Africa’s health authorities have confirmed a serious public health incident involving a suspected hantavirus outbreak on an international cruise traveling through Antarctic waters. The situation has led to urgent medical responses after several passengers were affected. Condition of passengers According......

New Mexico seeks changes to Meta platforms in youth harm trial

A legal trial is set to begin in New Mexico focusing on allegations that major social media platforms operated by Meta have negatively affected the mental health of young users. The case is being heard in Santa Fe and represents a significant step in ongoing legal efforts to regulate digital platforms’......